Options if Not Selected in H-1B Visa Lottery | Alternatives

Alternatives for Employment

If you are not selected in the H-1B lottery, there are some alternatives to consider:

• Your employer can file again the next year
• Look into other work visa categories like L-1 or O-1
• See if you qualify for programs for students (OPT) or recent graduates (STEM OPT)

Options Outside the US

You may also want to consider employment opportunities in your home country or elsewhere abroad. Gain more work experience and try for an H-1B again in the future.

Please consult an immigration attorney to understand all your legal options. There are many valid pathways to working in the US - the H-1B is just one option.

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FAQs

What are my options if I'm not selected in the H-1B lottery?

General answer highlighting a few alternative options...

Can I apply again for H-1B next year?

Yes, you can have your employer re-file on your behalf in the next lottery...

Are there other working visas I can consider?

Possibly - some alternatives are the L-1 for intracompany transfers or O-1 for extraordinary ability...

Should I consider opportunities outside the US?

That may be an option to gain more work experience and reapply for H-1B...

Who can I talk to for legal immigration advice?

You should consult an immigration attorney to understand all valid pathways...

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